Multiple Tendon Transfer Surgery Treatment in India

John Iyer, a 42-year-old software engineer...

John Iyer, a 42-year-old software engineer and avid guitarist, suffered a severe radial nerve injury two years prior after a motorcycle accident. This left him with a debilitating condition known as 'wrist drop', he could not extend his wrist or fingers, making his hand functionally useless for work and his passion. Simple tasks like holding a coffee cup, typing, or forming chords on his guitar were impossible, leading to profound frustration and depression. His orthopedic surgeon, Dr. Mehta, recommended a multiple tendon transfer surgery to reroute working tendons from his forearm to restore wrist and finger extension. The complex 4-hour surgery was daunting, but John was determined. The initial recovery in a cast and splint was challenging, filled with anxiety about whether he'd ever play music again. After months of dedicated, often painful physiotherapy, he gradually regained the ability to extend his wrist and straighten his fingers. While his fine motor control for complex guitar pieces is still returning, he can now type, lift objects, and strum basic chords. The emotional journey was from a place of loss and identity crisis to one of hope and gradual reclamation. Seeing his hand obey his brain's command to open was a moment of pure joy, rebuilding his confidence both professionally and personally.